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Celebs, co-stars react to Cory Monteith's death

Cory Monteith, who rose to fame as a jock-turned-geek heart throb in the Fox hit "Glee," died on Saturday at the Fairmont Pacific Rim hotel in downtown Vancouver. He was 31 years old Monteith had been open

Monteith voluntarily admitted himself into a rehab facility in March for substance addiction. In late April, the star completed the program and checked out. His last public outing was with his girlfriend and Glee co-star, Lea Michele, June 8 at the Chrysalis Butterfly Ball.

News of the star's death rocked Hollywood as stars reacted via Twitter:

• Ellen DeGeneres: "My heart breaks for the friends and family of Cory Monteith. What a loss."

• Nina Dobrev: "I'm gutted. Shocked and saddened to hear the news, my heart goes out to Cory's family and friends. Let's respect their space as they grieve."

• Kim Kardashian: "Just heard about the death of Cory Monteith. So sad. Prayers 4 his family. Praying 4 Lea too! Words can't describe what they must be feeling."

• Lance Bass: "Devastated about the news of Cory Monteith - such an incredible guy - my thoughts are with his family and friends."

• Katy Perry: "Rest in peace Cory. My heart goes out to his family and loved ones. Our prayers are with you."

• John Stamos: "We talked about how lucky he felt to be alive-and sober. We talked about playing drums. Glad i knew you Cory."